New signs have been put up near the Humber Bridge in a bid cut the number of accidents and near-misses.

One sign says: “No Reversing, No Stopping, No U-Turns” as the bridge board try to combat dangerous manoeuvres when drivers realise they have been using the incorrect lane.

Another sign states that cameras are in operation.

Seven minor accidents and 134 near misses have been reported since May 25 this year.

An accident on the Humber Bridge

A report has been compiled to look into the issue.

In a statement, a spokesman for the Humber Bridge, said: “Although we take every incident at the Humber Bridge extremely seriously, it is important to put these figures in context.

“With around 120,000 vehicle crossings every week, proportionately the number of drivers who reverse or drive the wrong way up the approach lanes to the toll plaza is extremely small.

“However, we understand such incidents pose a great threat to other drivers and could have tragic consequences, which is why we are working with East Riding and North Lincolnshire Councils to address the issue.

“This will involve improving the signage on the approach to the tolls to remove any confusion over which lane to use, providing a clear route for non-toll traffic to exit the southbound plaza area. We are also reminding drivers that under no circumstances should they reverse or perform a U-turn in the lanes approaching the toll plaza.”